The UK has recorded its warmest day of the year so far, raising hopes of early spring colour despite forecasts of cooler weather ahead.
Temperatures reached 18.6C at Kew Gardens in London, marking the hottest February day since 2019. Parts of Kent and Suffolk also saw temperatures exceed 18C, with some areas warmer than parts of Spain and Malta. The mild conditions followed an exceptionally wet start to the year, offering a brief change for many regions.
Weather experts expect conditions to turn cooler due to strengthening westerly winds that may bring cloud and rain to much of the country. Even so, temperatures are forecast to remain above average overall. Over the next two weeks, periods of mild weather, sunshine, and double-digit daytime temperatures are expected to continue.
Horticulture specialists say these conditions could lead to rapid flowering across gardens and parks. The Royal Horticultural Society reports that plants such as daffodils, camellias, cyclamen, and hyacinths are already coming into bloom at several sites. A noticeable increase in colour and new growth is anticipated if mild conditions persist.
The warmer spell comes amid ongoing concerns about flooding. Data from the UK Centre for Ecology and Hydrology shows that Northern Ireland and parts of southwest England experienced their wettest January on record. The Environment Agency has also warned that groundwater flooding could remain a risk for months due to prolonged heavy rainfall earlier in the year.
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